The Proclamation did not compensate the owners, did not outlaw slavery, and did not grant citizenship to the ex-slaves (called freedmen). It made the eradication of slavery an explicit war goal, in addition to the goal of reuniting the Union.
1 Puppy mills are dog breeding operations that put profit over the health and well-being of the dogs.  Puppy mills may be large or small. They may be licensed by the United States Department of Agriculture or unlicensed.
A Closer Look at Puppy Mills. 1  A deep dive into the problems associated with puppy mills, and whatâs being done to stop them. 2  Purchasing a puppy on the Internet often supports the cruel puppy mill industry. 3  The ASPCAâs guide and central hub for fighting puppy mills nationwide.